50 best tips on photography
1.
Just start shooting 1st with whatever you have.
Do not worry about camera. Even if you have a smart phone it is ok.
2.
Learn to hold the camera properly.
3.
Always remember the best camera is the one that
you have with you.
4.
Start sending the images to photographers, friends
for feedback & do not worry about any negative feedback. In fact negative
feedback is better than no feedback at all.
5.
Join groups, photo walks, workshops,
discussions, in your area, town, many of them maybe free.
6.
Meet
photographers, chat with them, online or personally. Most of them will be happy
to share their experiences & knowledge with you.
8.
Shoot subjects you really like. It can be
anything. Do not feel shy. Shoot people, dogs, cats, buildings, markets, flowers,
butterflies, food anything.
9.
Do your own Photo walk on weekends in a select
place, where there is scope of good activity or a place of your interest?
10.
Sometime just shoot first then think. You can
get some surprisingly good shots & will start improving in this style too.
11.
The expression of the eyes is everything
12.
The best time is now. Never wait for the right
camera, moment, lens, place, person etc.
13.
Note the addresses of the people you are
shooting & deliver hard copies to them, if you can afford carry a portable
printer & print on the spot
14.
Carry model release forms, if you are planning
to sell the people or property images & take signatures.
15.
Do not over charge batteries
16.
Never delete images on the spot. But do not
hesitate to delete in the system the bad ones ruthlessly.
17.
Carry flash cards of photo tips for reference
18.
The best transport is walking for a photographer.
Get down from your car, bike or whatever transport & discover things up
close.
19.
Carry lot of candies for kids & they will
pose for you & get you more models
20.
Study paintings for their compositions, color,
style, & it will help you tremendously in improving your photography skills
& also your patience levels
21.
Psychology is more important than technique in
people photography. Make people comfortable, talk to strangers before you start
pointing your camera at them. Wear a good smile always & see the magic in
your people images.
22.
Respect people’s privacy & feelings while
shooting
23.
Never be scared to shoot
25.
Get up early & start shooting
26.
Everyone has an opinion. Do not worry about
negative feedback. Look at your images neutrally.
27.
Bad weather, bad light & bad conditions are
a blessing in disguise. The best images have been shot in extreme conditions.
But don’t risk your lives for images. Take it easy. If you are there &
lucky, shoot. You might come up with some Magic.
28.
As in life there are no mistakes in photography,
only lessons
29.
If you like to make money, carry your visiting
card with you always
30.
Shooting vertical is known as Portrait mode
& horizontal mode is known as Landscape mode, so shoot in both modes for a
different perspective.
31.
Always be alert & discreet when shooting
candid images
32.
Don’t pack up your camera until you have reached
back home
33.
You should be happy shooting & enjoy your
images. Do not try to please anyone.
35.
Keep your photos organic, don’t overdo techno
stuff, which is trendy
36.
Most important is the ability to observe &
make an image in your mind. Camera comes later & also automatically
37.
Shoot even the most mundane things. Shoot them
in a normal way then go for the creative.
38.
Do not use the digital zoom ever in the camera
as it creates pixilation.
39.
Get Up Early. The best
times to shoot landscapes, portraits (outdoors), flowers etc. is up to 2 hours
after sunrise & just 2 hours before sunset. My experience shows early
mornings as better than evenings especially for winters & hill stations as
we can capture the fog, people & animals in their best moods. Also while
shooting landscapes include some foreground elements like an arch, branch of a
tree to frame the picture
40.
Always try to use natural light as much as
possible, but use flash outdoors for filling in shadows
41.
Use tripod for long exposures or when taking
extreme tele images
42.
Travel light
43.
A portrait with a smile is always a winner
44.
You can do lot of things with photography. Have
Fun, Make money, Document things, Make Art, Spread Happiness & Maybe all at
once
45.
Some photographers hide their insecurities
behind heavy techno knowledge. Be wary of them. You just need the basic rules
of photography & an artistic eye. With some practice you are on. Remember
this tip
46.
Just like in any hobby or profession, you may
not be able to take great or good pictures initially or even after you gather
some experience. Do not give up. Keep shooting. The more you shoot &
analyze yourself, the more progress you make.
47.
Study & Use Light
Properly. Early morning & late afternoon light is good for portraits,
landscapes, architecture, and nature. Hazy/ Cloudy light is good for portraits,
architecture, and nature. Side harsh lighting is good to bring about texture in
the subject like wrinkles in an old person. In the same way soft hazy light is
good to flatter a good-looking woman with a glowing skin.
48.
Don’t shoot what it
looks like. Shoot what it feels like.”
― David Alan Harvey… Famous words by an American photographer & I totally agree with him. Try to show your feeling in the photograph, little by little. Even if you succeed by 1% that is a great achievement.
― David Alan Harvey… Famous words by an American photographer & I totally agree with him. Try to show your feeling in the photograph, little by little. Even if you succeed by 1% that is a great achievement.
49. Photography being an art form, turns out to be a great way of
communication. Many times, a picture describes an emotion better than an
individual itself. It depends on how creative you can be with what you have. If
you use strong visual elements, the photo can be more appealing and practical
to the viewer. Use colors, lights, objects, and shapes to fill the details and
bring a texture to the image. It will help to showcase your visuals in a very
effective way.
50.
Shoot in auto mode then go
for the techno stuff later as you start your journey, as I said earlier….Shoot
First: Think Later---ENJOY
Cheers & Happy Shooting
Cheers & Happy Shooting
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